What happened on Sunday April 18, 1948?

Here's what happened on April 18, 1948:

• Italy's First Democratic General Election with Universal Suffrage Italy conducted its first democratic general election that allowed all adult citizens, including women, to vote. This historic election represented a pivotal moment in Italy's post-World War II democratic transformation, symbolizing the country's break from its fascist past.
• International Court of Justice Established in The Hague The International Court of Justice (ICJ), the principal judicial organ of the United Nations, officially opened its headquarters in The Hague, Netherlands. This landmark event marked a significant milestone in international law and diplomacy, providing a formal mechanism for resolving disputes between sovereign states.
• Battle of Mishmar HaEmek During Israeli War of Independence Arab forces under the command of Fawzi al-Qawuqji launched an attack on the Mishmar HaEmek kibbutz, marking a significant engagement during the early stages of the 1948 Arab-Israeli War. This battle was part of the broader conflict surrounding Israel's establishment.
• NBC Launches 'Author Meets the Critics' TV Talk Show NBC premiered the innovative television talk show 'Author Meets the Critics', a pioneering program where two literary critics would discuss a recently published book before being joined by the book's author. This show represented an early example of intellectual discourse in television programming.

Events in 1948

April 18, 1948: What were the magazines covers and newspapers that day?

Magazines from Apr. 18, 1948

Newspapers from Apr. 18, 1948

April 18, 1948 was a Sunday and it was the 109th day of the year 1948 in the Gregorian calendar.

April 18, 1948 can also be written as 4/18/1948 in the US and as 18/4/1948 in UK and Europe.

April 18, 1948 in April 1948 calendar

Famous people born on April 18, 1948:

• Régis Wargnier

  Acclaimed French film director known for his critically acclaimed international films, particularly those exploring complex cultural and...

• Nate Archibald

  NBA Hall of Fame basketball player known as 'Tiny' Archibald, who was a legendary point guard for teams like the Cincinnati Royals and...

• "Tiny" Nate

  NBA Hall of Fame basketball player known as 'Tiny' Archibald, who was a legendary point guard for teams like the Cincinnati Royals and...

• Catherine Malfitano in New York City

  Renowned soprano from New York City who performed at the Metropolitan Opera, known for her dramatic and powerful performances.

• Catherine Malfitano
• Jesper Juul

Famous people born in 1948

Famous people born on April 18th

Famous people died on April 18, 1948:

• John Robertson Aikman

Famous people who died in 1948

Famous people who died on April 18th

April 18, 1948: What was the number 1 song in the USA on that day?

The number 1 song in the USA on April 18, 1948 was Toolie Oolie Doolie (Yodel Polka) by Andrews Sisters, according to the music chart for the week April 12th and April 18th.

1. Andrews Sisters - Toolie Oolie Doolie (Yodel Polka)
2. Nat King Cole (Frank DeVol & His Orchestra) - Nature Boy

The Zodiac and Astrological sign for April 18th is Aries.

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Babies born in April are either Aries or Taurus. People born before April 19th are Aries, while people born from April 20th have the sign of Taurus.

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April 18, 1948: What is the Chinese Zodiac Sign for that day?

The Chinese Zodiac sign for April 18, 1948 is Rat and the associated element is Earth.

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Moon phase

The moon phase on April 18, 1948 was Waxing gibbous.

The moon phase refers to the appearance of the Moon in the night sky on April 18, 1948 and is determined by the portion of the Moon's illuminated surface that is visible from Earth.

An observer located in New York City on April 18, 1948 at 10pm, would see the moon, being 77% full, rising at 12:56 pm and setting at 03:26 am.

The previous full moon was on Mar 25, 1948 while the next full moon would come on Apr 23, 1948.

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Your place in the Universe on April 18, 1948

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Someone born on April 18, 1948 is:

77 years and 26 days old,

or 924 months and 26 days old,

or 4021 weeks and 3 days old,

or 28150 days old,

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How many days until your next birthday if you were born on April 18, 1948?

There are 339 days until your next birthday, which will occur on Saturday April 18th 2026.

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What generation do you belong to if you were born on April 18, 1948?

You belong to the Baby Boomer Generation if you were born on April 18, 1948.

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